“Romans One.  First of all, the letter is written by the apostle Paul and is addressed to “God’s beloved in Rome.” (Romans 1:7)  It’s to my understanding that Paul wrote the book of Romans when he was in the Greek City of Corinth during the winter of 57-58 A.D.  Paul starts off his letter by first saying how he thanks God through Jesus Christ for all of them, because their faith is begin reported all over the world.  He says he wishes that he could visit them so they can encourage each other in the faith and he hopes one day that will be made possible.  Then comes my favorite section of scripture:  “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes:  first to the Jew, then to the Gentile.  For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed – a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written:  The righteous will live by faith.”” (Romans 1:16-17)  I love that verse, because it is pretty point blank…Paul is saying “I am NOT ashamed of the Gospel!”  This is exactly how I feel and that is exactly why I share the gospel & the Lords love with people every day.  I feel that too many Christians live their day to day lives being secretive about their love for Jesus and their faith in Him.  They tend to hide the fact that they even go to church as if they are afraid or think they will be judged or looked at as uncool.  It’s time to STOP being afraid and STOP worrying about what people think.  Reality is, the eternal salvation in Christ Jesus is the greatest gift you could ever receive.”  ~ James Ellis

I’ve decided…

I’m hangin’ with the cool kids;

maybe not of this world,

but most certainly the next!

Here’s just a few of those cool Ironmen (Proverbs 27:17) below! Each helping to raise funds for our Church, St. Joseph Bread of Life Community, at our annual Oktoberfest this year!

hugs n’ blessings from Ein Wein maiden!